This weekend in Sangamon County, IL

Take part in a ranked Dice Throne competition using the Bring 3, Ban 1 format, set within the Age of Vitality season. The entry fee is $10. Plan to arrive about 15 minutes early, as anyone showing up after matches are underway will be disqualified. Promotional items may be given out in line with the ranked program’s schedule. Matches run in a Swiss format, with three rounds for 5 to 8 players, four rounds for 9 to 16, and five rounds for 18 to 32.

Celebrate Halloween at The Railyard with a family-friendly gathering centered on costumes, candy, and playful activities. Attendees can make their way through the venue to collect treats from participating vendors and community candy stations. A parade welcomes participants to showcase their costumes for another moment in the spotlight. Throughout the space, look for themed photo opportunities, casual games, and Halloween-inspired specials from food and drink vendors. Admission is free.

Celebrate Halloween with a lineup of live music spanning folk, blues, funk, and tribute performances, including tributes to the Allman Brothers and Grateful Dead. The event also features a costume contest and a children’s arts and crafts activity where participants can make a wind chime. Children 15 and under are admitted free, and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult. Hotel accommodations and admission tickets are sold separately, and booking a hotel room is not required for admission.

This trunk or treat will take place in the high school’s South lot. If it rains, the event will move to the Old Gym just off the South lot. Participants can set up beforehand and should have trunks ready before attendees begin visiting.

Revel in Red brings a high-energy rock show to the Halloween Party at Route 66 MotorHeads Bar & Grill, Museum & Entertainment Complex. Expect a set that spans decades, with rock anthems and favorites from the 70s to today, including songs by Prince, Van Halen, Boston, Night Ranger, Bon Jovi, Journey and REO, along with modern hits from Pink, The Killers and My Chemical Romance. The vibe is loud and lively, with powerhouse performances, cold drinks, and a festive atmosphere.

Santa Ray returns to share holiday cheer with brief sessions at Heartfelt Flower Preservations. Each session lasts 10 minutes and includes five digital images, with the option to purchase additional images. The session fee is $150.

Play Commander with free entry and random prizing. Open to both casual and competitive players who want to have fun or put their skills to the test.

Test your wits at Boone's in Springfield with Twin City Trivia, featuring seven rounds that blend brainy challenges with plenty of laughs. It is free to play, with no entry fee and no app required. Teams compete for prizes, so gather a crew and see if your table can claim bragging rights.